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  • Local shopping spotlight: A handful of must-have items for summer

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  • Inside Scoop: Insight on Market After Dark and the Taste of Park Ridge, Rockin’ in the Park concerts in Rosemont, Goldfish Swim School block party, happy hour deals and more

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    Holiday happenings: Get the inside scoop on plenty of holiday exhibits, light shows and family fun in Chicagoland

    By Trent Modglin
    November 28, 2021
    AMAZE photo by Matt Zuro By Trent Modglin AMAZE Light Festival in Rosemont Impact Field has transformed into the ultimate holiday destination with the ...
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    In need of the perfect holiday dessert? Look no further than Sweet & Tart’s tasty assortment of homemade pies

    By Trent Modglin
    November 9, 2021
    By Trent Modglin It didn’t take Sweet & Tart long to develop a reputation for their delectable baked goods, not to mention a diverse ...
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    Football frenzy: Highlighting some great local establishments to catch the game this fall

    By Trent Modglin
    September 28, 2021
    The Beacon Tap patio It’s that glorious time of year again. The beginning of fall signals the start of another football season (as well ...
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    The List Wine Club: This new, expertly-curated neighborhood wine club brings monthly offerings right to your doorstep

    By Trent Modglin
    August 30, 2021
    By Trent Modglin The List Wine Club was recently founded by Park Ridge residents (and sisters in law) Liz and Alex O’Malley. Over the ...
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    First Look review: “The Art of Banksy” exhibit in Chicago gives the public access to some of the world’s most illusive works of art

    By Trent Modglin
    August 25, 2021
    By Michael Dritto Photos by Kyle Flubacker Location: 360 N. State Street in downtown Chicago. Visit BanksyExhibit.com for ticket information. Currently running through Oct. 31, ...
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    The Forge — Lemont Quarries: Experience ropes courses, zip lining, kayaks, laser tag, mountain biking and more at the largest adventure park in the U.S.

    By Trent Modglin
    August 19, 2021
    Location: The Forge: Lemont Quarries 1001 Main Street Lemont, IL 60439 630-326-3301 ForgeParks.com Deal for you: Use promo code PARKRIDGE20 at check out (ForgeParks.com) ...
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    Chicago’s popular Easy Street Pizza, owned and operated by a local family, is coming to Park Ridge this September

    By Trent Modglin
    August 19, 2021
    By Trent Modglin The owners of successful Chicago establishments like The Country Club (Wrigleyville), Waterhouse (Lakeview) and Pitchfork (Old Irving Park) added to their ...
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    Getting ahead: Park Ridge’s new Everbrook Academy offers STEAM-focused education to help children better navigate the world around them

    By Trent Modglin
    July 13, 2021
    “Is my child ready for elementary school?” If you’re the parent of a young child, or children, chances are you’ve asked yourself this question. ...
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The Real Chicago — an eye-catching, family friendly entertainment magazine for active locals and tourists — originally launched in 2006. It now has a sister publication: The Real Park Ridge. Proud to be servicing our new home in Park Ridge, as well as the surrounding areas of Rosemont, Niles, Des Plaines, Mt. Prospect and NW Chicago.

The Real Park Ridge is printed and distributed seasonally four times per year (December, March, June and September) to thousands of Park Ridge homes, as well as more than 150 area restaurants, bars, boutiques, coffee shops, salons, spas, offices and hotels. Make sure to sign up for our e-mail newsletter and download our new digital app for the latest events, deals and feature articles.

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Local shopping spotlight: From floral sun dresses Local shopping spotlight: From floral sun dresses at @shop2sisters to colorful patio dishware at @raffiagifts and versatile tote bags at @sooocutepr — we’ve got a variety of must-have items for summer

Read the spotlight from our big summer issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Park Ridge Insider Dave Cook, aka “the @4feldco Park Ridge Insider Dave Cook, aka “the @4feldco guy,” on great dinners a @carmines_rosemont and @mullysgrillrestaurant recently, feeling like family at Mac’s diner, shopping with his daughter at @edie.boutique on Prospect, crab legs at @halfshellchicago and weekend getaways in SW Michigan

Read the Insider spotlight from our summer issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
A little patio time at @theharpandfiddle and @weha A little patio time at @theharpandfiddle and @wehavegreatbeerpr on a Saturday evening is good for the soul
Talk about a must order when my neighbors get toge Talk about a must order when my neighbors get together at the @the_beacon_tap in Des Plaines. As appetizers go, the trash can nachos represent the perfect combination of presentation, portion size and scrumptious, melty, messy goodness.

Perfectly sharable as a large group appetizer — or perhaps even as a meal for 2-3 people — the show, which is sure to draw attention from nearby patrons, begins when a giant bottomless silver bucket arrives at the table for all to gawk at. The server then slowly pulls the bucket up, sending a cascade of nachos, cheese, meat, jalapenos, green onions and tomatoes tumbling evenly onto the tray below — with onions, guacamole and pico de gallo expertly situated to the side.

Feel free to add pork, chicken, chorizo, chili, steak or brisket to the mix. The smoked brisket, for what it’s worth, tends to sway us every time.

Read more about Beacon Tap’s trash can nachos and 10 more appetizers from favorite restaurants in the area in our recent feature at TheRealParkRidge.com
Well, we thought we were doing a decent job with t Well, we thought we were doing a decent job with the magazine, but it seems The Real Park Ridge’s summer issue is so entertaining, it can even distract people from enjoying the likes of Malibu Beach, Joshua Tree National Park and the Hollywood Walk of Fame
Protect yourself this summer: Skincare Q&A with @d Protect yourself this summer: Skincare Q&A with @danielleatbnew from @beautifullynew_chicago Med Spa 

“At Beautifully New, we offer a range of advanced treatments to repair and reverse the signs of sun damage, helping to restore a more youthful, even complexion.”

Read the feature from our summer issue now at TheRealParkRidge.com
Sure, it may be a little warm, but the second Park Sure, it may be a little warm, but the second Park Ridge Market after Dark of the summer is tonight from 4:30-9:30 in the @parkridgefarmersmarket and you won’t want to miss the lineup of breweries, distilleries and wineries, not to mention the food trucks, live music, artisans and more!! Get out and support the @parkridgechamber at this awesome event. 

Read all about it in the Inside Scoop from our new summer issue at TheRealParkRidge.com
Summer Friday on the patio with a stellar @mullysg Summer Friday on the patio with a stellar @mullysgrillrestaurant burger. And if you didn’t already know, Merkts cheese sauce is always a good idea.
A heartfelt thank you to all who came out to the @ A heartfelt thank you to all who came out to the @theharpandfiddle monthly wine dinner last night in support of @lawrencehallchicago an incredible child welfare agency focused on healing the effects of childhood trauma. Special thanks to the staff at Harp & Fiddle — @chefjerry82 Dania Garcia, Chef Edgar, etc. — and to the fine folks at @northwindexteriors for helping sponsor the event. Truly a wonderful night with great food, great wine, great people and a great cause.
And just like that, summer is here. Which means if And just like that, summer is here. Which means if the rooftop at @tavernpointchi isn’t calling your name yet, it should be.

A stellar weekday happy hour from 3-6 p.m. that features $3 wells, seltzers and domestic beers, along with half-price appetizers and kids under 12 eating free, should help persuade you.
Monday means half-price pizza at @easystreetpizza Monday means half-price pizza at @easystreetpizza on Devon in Park Ridge.

But don’t forget the giant salads or popcorn chicken… or the new summer menu items and creative cocktails
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